Battle Over Belfast City Hall Tour Fee

The TUV and People Before Profit have united against a new £4 charge for tours at Belfast City Hall. Opposing Views

The unlikely allies joined forces at the monthly meeting of Belfast City Council to challenge the introduction of charges for tours inside the iconic building, the seat of local government. Council Vote

While only the two opposing parties supported the proposal, a vast majority rejected it, including Sinn Féin, DUP, Alliance, SDLP, Green Party, UUP, and one Independent member. Fee Implementation

In May, the council's committee approved the £4 entrance fee, except for certain visitor categories. A review of the charges is planned after a year. Councilor Concerns

Councilor Collins raised concerns about increasing charges for civic services and emphasized the importance of keeping public spaces accessible. Points of View

Various perspectives were voiced during the meeting, with some highlighting the cost of maintaining public facilities. Financial Consideration

Councilor Beattie acknowledged the need to generate revenue but emphasized the council's commitment to finding cost-saving measures. Conclusion

The debate continues over whether the proposed fee is justified for accessing the City Hall exhibition.